McConnell releasing ad tied to his role in virus rescue bill

[Judi Lynn]

Bruce Schreiner, Associated Press Updated 5:00 pm CDT, Tuesday, March 31, 2020



FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Looking to capitalize on his leadership post during the coronavirus crisis, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is launching a campaign ad in his home state that touts his role in passing the $2.2 trillion economic rescue package.

The TV ad debuting across Kentucky on Wednesday boasts of the benefits going to cross-sections of Americans, and McConnell's role in orchestrating Senate passage of the sweeping aid measure.

“America’s in crisis like never before. And in times of crisis we look to leaders," a narrator says in the ad. “Mitch McConnell led the passage of the biggest economic rescue package in history.

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The ad comes after rounds of sniping between McConnell's campaign and Democratic challenger Amy McGrath's campaign as the virus outbreak escalated. McGrath campaign spokesman Terry Sebastian called the ad “a brazen attempt to rewrite history."

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[riversedge]

1. ..he fought more for corporate bailouts than prioritizing workers and providing critical supplies fo

It is going to be rough for amy as I turtle face has lots of money.


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McConnell releasing ad tied to his role in virus rescue bill

Bruce Schreiner, Associated Press Updated 5:00 pm CDT, Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky. gives a thumbs up as he leaves the Senate chamber on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, March 25, 2020, where a deal has been reached on a coronavirus bill. The 2 trillion dollar stimulus bill is expected to be voted on in the Senate Wednesday. Photo: Andrew Harnik, AP / Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All rights reserved

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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky. gives a thumbs up as he leaves the Senate chamber on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, March 25, 2020, where a deal has been reached on a coronavirus bill. The ... more

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Looking to capitalize on his leadership post during the coronavirus crisis, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is launching a campaign ad in his home state that touts his role in passing the $2.2 trillion economic rescue package.

The TV ad debuting across Kentucky on Wednesday boasts of the benefits going to cross-sections of Americans, and McConnell's role in orchestrating Senate passage of the sweeping aid measure.

“America’s in crisis like never before. And in times of crisis we look to leaders," a narrator says in the ad. “Mitch McConnell led the passage of the biggest economic rescue package in history.

The ad ends by showing McConnell with President Donald Trump, who remains a commanding figure in Kentucky politics.

The ad comes after rounds of sniping between McConnell's campaign and Democratic challenger Amy McGrath's campaign as the virus outbreak escalated. McGrath campaign spokesman Terry Sebastian called the ad “a brazen attempt to rewrite history."

“No ad is going to change the fact that during a public health crisis, he took a three-day weekend while families desperately needed action," Sebastian said in a statement. “And then, when finally taking up much-needed legislation, he fought more for corporate bailouts than prioritizing workers and providing critical supplies for hospitals."

In her latest ad, McGrath touts an initiative she launched to assist Kentucky residents during the virus outbreak. McGrath, a retired Marine combat pilot, is by far the best funded of the several Democrats vying to unseat McConnell, who is seeking a seventh term.

Kentucky's primary election, usually in late May, was pushed back to June 23 due to the virus.................................................

[Frustratedlady]

2. I thought they rejected the Bill he proposed...that's leading?

He spent most of his time blocking any actions at all. How can he have the guts to brag about his participation? He let them vote. Big deal!

How is Amy doing by now?